insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Youth Empowerment and Business Funding: Insights from Frans Koita of DKL Africa Consultations CC Frans Koita, founder of DKL Africa Consultations CC, has emerged as a key mentor for young entrepreneurs navigating the often-confusing world of business. In a recent interview with Future Media, Koita shared his perspective on the National Youth Development Fund, a government initiative aimed at allocating N$257 million to viable youth-led businesses. Koita highlighted a persistent challenge: the majority of youth lack basic business knowledge. “Less than five percent of […] today1 September, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Youth Must Own NDP 6, Says NUY’s Tjipura Tjipura Tjipura from Namibia United Youth (NUY), an umbrella body for youth-led organisations, has called on Namibian youth to take charge of the country’s development trajectory by critically engaging with the newly launched National Development Plan 6 (NDP 6). Speaking ahead of a virtual youth dialogue set for today, 24 July at 2pm, Tjipura said it is essential for young people to examine whether NDP 6 reflects their lived […] today24 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Youth Sandbox spotlights sports as economic driver Front Row: David Norman – U.S. Embassy Namibia Representative, Mr. Simataa Mwiya – Chief Administrator, Namibia Sports Commission, Mr. Matheus Haitota – Head of Sports UNAM, Hon. Dino Ballotti – Deputy Minister MEIYSAC, Hon. Utaara Mootu – LPM Member of Parliament. Back Row: Penouua Kaoti – U.S. Embassy Alumni, Petersen Nghiyoonanye – Moderator, Dr Nangula Mbako – MC The U.S. Embassy in Namibia hosted a high-impact event on 19 May […] today21 May, 2025
insert_link Namibia Local Youth Shine at Model UN Conference The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia Conference concluded with high school learners recognized for their outstanding contributions on issues of gender equality and empowerment. Delegates from 16 schools participated, with awards for Best Delegation going to Hage Geingob High School and Windhoek International School, while speakers were praised for their display of diplomacy. British High Commissioner Charles Moore applauded the youth for their insights, expressing hope for a […] today8 November, 2024
insert_link Local High School Learners Take Top Honours at MODEL UN Conference Windhoek, 7 October 2024 – The 12th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) Conference took place on November 5-6, 2024, at the United Nations House in Klein Windhoek, where high school learners were honoured for their outstanding contributions during the closing ceremony. Jointly hosted by UN Namibia, the British High Commission, and the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, the conference allowed learners to simulate a UN General Assembly […] today7 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Local Conference of Youth Namibia commences today The Local Conference of Youth Namibia commences today. This event seeks to align with our established objectives and develop a robust youth climate strategy and action plan. Throughout the conference, participants will engage in interactive sessions designed to gather valuable insights, including targets and indicators, that will help shape the outcomes of our collective efforts in addressing climate change. LCOY's Mariah Willem: today23 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia #YouthQuakeNam24 focuses on youth in 2024 elections The Namibia Media Trust is holding the #YouthQuakeNam24 conference today for International Youth Day, focusing on the 2024 General Elections and youth involvement. The theme, "Next Generation Democracy: Inspiring Youth to Lead and Innovate," includes about 60 young Namibians, policymakers, and civil society representatives who are holding talks on how the youth can shape Namibia's future. Here is the Director of the Namibia Media Trust, Zoé Titus. According […] today12 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Political analyst weigh in on the rise of young Presidents in Africa Senegal’s new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has pledged to govern with humility and transparency and vowed to "fight corruption at every level", rebuild institutions, and tackle the cost-of-living crisis. Faye, who is 44, is one of Africa's youngest Presidents. Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas says the continent is seeing a rise in young people taking over from the stalwarts of African democracy. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Kadiva Hamutumwa elected President of NEKA The Namibian Exile Kids Association's Annual General Meeting has elected Kadiva Hamutumwa as its new president, with Sackey Nendongo as deputy and Elisabeth Nghitende as Secretary-General, assisted by Simubali Simubali. The elections, held in Otjiwarongo over the weekend, saw Hamutumwa receiving 125 votes, while her opponent and former President Rauna Amutati received only four votes. Here is Kadiva Hamutumwa. today2 April, 2024
